Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
bhutanica
ID:
546243

Status:
valid

Authors:
Majumdar & Babu

Source:
cmp

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 50: 626 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000545575



Common Names

  • Arenaria bhutanica
  • Bhutan Sandwort
  • Common Sandwort


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Synonyms

  • Arenaria depauperata (Edgew.) H.Hara [unknown]
  • Arenaria tenella Duthie ex F.N.Williams [unknown]

Description

Arenaria bhutanica (also called Bhutan Sandwort, among many other common names) is a small annual plant with a rosette of narrow leaves and white flowers. It is native to the Himalayan region and grows in sandy soils and dry grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Arenaria bhutanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It has a low-growing habit and is drought-tolerant, making it an ideal choice for dry areas. It is also used to stabilize soil on slopes and embankments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Arenaria bhutanica has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, linear-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arenaria bhutanica is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial that is native to the Himalayas. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or seed.

Where to Find Arenaria bhutanica

Arenaria bhutanica can be found in the Himalayan region of Asia, including Bhutan, Nepal, and India.

Arenaria bhutanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arenaria bhutanica?

Arenaria bhutanica

What is the common name of Arenaria bhutanica?

Bhutan Sandwort

What is the habitat of Arenaria bhutanica?

It is found in dry, sandy soils in open areas, such as meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

Species in the Arenaria genus

Arenaria funiculata, Arenaria glochidisperma, Arenaria piifontii, Arenaria suffruticosa, Arenaria achalensis, Arenaria aggregata, Arenaria aksayqingensis, Arenaria alfacarensis, Arenaria algarbiensis, Arenaria alpamarcae, Arenaria altorum, Arenaria amdoensis, Arenaria andina, Arenaria angustifolia, Arenaria angustifolioides, Arenaria antitaurica, Arenaria aphanantha, Arenaria arcuatociliata, Arenaria armerina, Arenaria aucheriana, Arenaria auricoma, Arenaria balansae, Arenaria balearica, Arenaria balfouriana, Arenaria barbata, Arenaria baxoiensis, Arenaria benthamii, Arenaria bertolonii, Arenaria bhutanica, Arenaria biflora, Arenaria bisulca, Arenaria boliviana, Arenaria bomiensis, Arenaria bourgaei, Arenaria brevipetala, Arenaria bryoides, Arenaria bryophylla, Arenaria bungei, Arenaria calycina, Arenaria cambodianum, Arenaria capillipes, Arenaria cariensis, Arenaria catamarcensis, Arenaria cerastioides, Arenaria chamdoensis, Arenaria chiapensis, Arenaria ciliata, Arenaria ciliolata, Arenaria cinerea, Arenaria commagenae,

Species in the Caryophyllaceae family

Acanthophyllum acerosum, Acanthophyllum aculeatum, Acanthophyllum adenophorum, Acanthophyllum albidum, Acanthophyllum andarabicum, Acanthophyllum andersenii, Acanthophyllum anisocladum, Acanthophyllum bilobum, Acanthophyllum bracteatum, Acanthophyllum brevibracteatum, Acanthophyllum caespitosum, Acanthophyllum coloratum, Acanthophyllum crassifolium, Acanthophyllum cyrtostegium, Acanthophyllum diezianum, Acanthophyllum elatius, Acanthophyllum fissicalyx, Acanthophyllum glandulosum, Acanthophyllum gracile, Acanthophyllum grandiflorum, Acanthophyllum kabulicum, Acanthophyllum kandaharicum, Acanthophyllum knorringianum, Acanthophyllum korolkowii, Acanthophyllum korshinskyi, Acanthophyllum krascheninnikovii, Acanthophyllum lamondiae, Acanthophyllum laxiflorum, Acanthophyllum laxiusculum, Acanthophyllum lilacinum, Acanthophyllum longicalyx, Acanthophyllum macrodon, Acanthophyllum maimanense, Acanthophyllum mikeschinianum, Acanthophyllum mucronatum, Acanthophyllum oppositiflorum, Acanthophyllum pachycephalum, Acanthophyllum pachystegium, Acanthophyllum pleiostegium, Acanthophyllum popovii, Acanthophyllum pulcherrimum, Acanthophyllum pulchrum, Acanthophyllum pungens, Acanthophyllum raphiophyllum, Acanthophyllum recurvum, Acanthophyllum sarawschanicum, Acanthophyllum scapiflorum, Acanthophyllum schugnanicum, Acanthophyllum sordidum, Acanthophyllum speciosum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2649124: Based on the initial data import
Cherukuri Raghavendra Babu (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Babu' in the authors string.
Nimai Chandra Majumdar (1932-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Majumdar' in the authors string.